Mary takes a course in which she is tested every two weeks. Her studying falls off right after a test, followed by a gradual increase to a rapid rate of studying as the next test approaches. Her studying conforms to the typical pattern of responding maintained on _____ schedules.
A)fixed-ratio
B)variable-ratio
C)fixed-interval
D)variable-interval

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Mary's pattern of studying—low activity immediately after a test, with a gradual increase until the next test—matches the response pattern typically seen with fixed-interval schedules. In a fixed-interval schedule, responses tend to increase as the time for reinforcement (in this case, the test) approaches.

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